Senior Embedded Software Engineering Specialist – AI

Caterpillar Inc.

Develop AI centered solutions for embedded devices at Caterpillar. Collaborate with engineering teams to gather requirements and implement software solutions.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeMossville • Illinois, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $147,760 - $221,640 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing AI-centered solutions for embedded devices, with a strong focus on user requirements analysis, software architecture evaluation, and effective communication strategies for tool adoption. Proficient in leading development teams and facilitating design reviews while ensuring adherence to best practices in software testing and troubleshooting.

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AI Technology DevelopmentEmbedded C, C++ And PythonLarge Language Models And Prompt EngineeringSoftware Test Frameworks (GoogleTest, PyTest)Version Control Systems (Git)

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Hard Skills

AI Technology DevelopmentEmbedded CC++PythonSoftware Test FrameworksVersion Control SystemsObject-Oriented DesignDebuggers (Lauterbach, GDB)System DesignTroubleshooting Standards

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipUser SupportRequirements GatheringCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

GoogleTestPyTestGitAI ToolsCloud Deployment Architectures

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Computer EngineeringBachelor’s Degree In Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree In Computer Science

Industry Keywords

AI Centered SolutionsEmbedded DevicesArchitecture And DesignAPI-Based SolutionsEngineering Communities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develops, designs, implements, deploys and tests AI centered solutions for embedded devices and systems development workflows.
Gather and analyze user/client requirements to create AI centered solutions
Design/implement/create/test/review software for AI centered solutions within a development team
Develop and execute communication strategies for AI tool adoption across engineering teams
Manage priorities within the development team
Teach and assist developers within the team
Train and support end users on AI tools and developed solutions
Evaluate AI systems and tools
Evaluate and select appropriate AI deployment architectures (cloud, on-premise, edge)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
Experience with AI technology development
Large Language Models, prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), MCP and agentic workflows
Experience with embedded C, C++ and Python
Experience with software test frameworks, such as GoogleTest and PyTest
Experience with version control systems, such as Git
Experience with object-oriented design
Experience with debuggers (Lauterbach/GDB)
Experience with architecture and design across multiple products or systems
Ability to evaluate software architecture alternatives and articulate tradeoffs
Experience with system design for embedded, cloud, and API-based solutions
Ability to estimate cost and effort for proposed designs
Experience facilitating design reviews and walkthroughs
Experience leading requirements gathering and documentation
Ability to drive requirement analysis activities from discovery through deliverables
Experience translating user needs into technical specifications
Experience with alternative troubleshooting approaches across hardware, software and communications systems
Ability to lead resolution of complex, multi-component failures
Experience developing troubleshooting standards and best practices
Experience diagnosing non-recurring and performance-related problems
Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members
Ability to host and participate in community practice for engineering communities
Ability to work with a cross-functional team across different disciplines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement